“The State Government is supporting more than 80 events in 2015-16. As well as making a major contribution to the State’s $9 billion tourism industry, events boost the vibrancy and profile of destinations throughout Western Australia.”

This year’s V8 Supercars event is the first fixture in a three-year deal Tourism WA signed with V8 Supercars and the WA Sporting Car Club, locking in the Perth SuperSprint at Barbagallo Raceway until 2018.

In addition to the thrills and skills on the V8 track, spectators can enjoy expert manoeuvring in the drifting grand prix, RAAF fly-overs, a kids’ zone, historic touring cars, public transport included with tickets and free entry for under-13s with a paying adult.

“The State Government recognised in 2010 that there was an urgent need to improve facilities at Barbagallo and committed $15 million to these redevelopments,” the Premier said.